The dreaded SATs, the nightmare of all high school students: a standardized test that can measure your "scholastic achievement" (whatever that means.) In students vs. SATs, Tirhas Kibrzghi examines the benefits and flaws of a standardized test that can be used to decide college admissions and scholarships. I liked the piece because as a high school senior who has taken the SATs not once but twice, I see the relevance of this evil test.
Tirhas Kibrzghi uses audio from her own test, including an example math question, interviews with fellow test takers and the senior director of admission at the University of Maryland. The piece is a good blend that highlights problems with the test and reasons for having it, along with some advice for students who have taken the test and may not love their scores. Students vs. SATs is a good feature for shows about the college admission process, the SATs or high school issues.
Review of Students vs. SATs
Libby Donovan
Posted on June 26, 2008 at 03:46 PM
The dreaded SATs, the nightmare of all high school students: a standardized test that can measure your "scholastic achievement" (whatever that means.) In students vs. SATs, Tirhas Kibrzghi examines the benefits and flaws of a standardized test that can be used to decide college admissions and scholarships. I liked the piece because as a high school senior who has taken the SATs not once but twice, I see the relevance of this evil test.
Tirhas Kibrzghi uses audio from her own test, including an example math question, interviews with fellow test takers and the senior director of admission at the University of Maryland. The piece is a good blend that highlights problems with the test and reasons for having it, along with some advice for students who have taken the test and may not love their scores. Students vs. SATs is a good feature for shows about the college admission process, the SATs or high school issues.